Star Wars the Force Awakens delivers More story lines in books

With Star Wars: the Force Awakens livening up the box office and warming the hearts of nerds everywhere, it is important to know where your next Star Wars fix is coming from. Disney has published a series of books that lead to the Force Awakens. They contain nods to the film without giving anything away, and they tell the back story of some of the universe’s most beloved characters.

Smuggler’s Run: a Han Solo and Chewie story that shed slight on some of his relationships not seen in the original trilogy.

The Weapon of a Jedi: a Luke Skywalker story that takes place before his training with Yoda.

Moving Target: the story of Princess Leia as she plays decoy for the Rebel Alliance​There are other books in this series, but these quick reads are enjoyable and create connection to Star Wars: The Force Awakens without having to invest a lot of time. If for some reason you are waiting to see the new Star Wars films, pick up a book and get more enjoyment out of your film experience. If you are just waiting to see it again, provide yourself with a lunchtime diversion and may the force be with you.